Sensation in Puri following hotel owner’s murder; stabbed after dispute over OYO room.
Odisha: The murder of a hotel owner in Puri city has sent shockwaves through the area. The incident occurred late Tuesday night in the Baliapanda locality, where the hotel owner was allegedly attacked and stabbed to death. Preliminary investigations suggest the attack may have stemmed from a dispute regarding rooms rented out via the OYO platform.
The deceased has been identified as Pavitra Nayak, the owner of “Manorama Hotel” in the Baliapanda area. Reports indicate that a group of individuals arrived at the hotel late Tuesday night and began arguing with the owner over a dispute. The argument quickly escalated into a violent clash, during which the attackers stabbed Pavitra Nayak.
Chaos ensued on the hotel premises following the attack, and the assailants fled the scene. Upon receiving information about the incident, local police arrived to assess the situation. The body has been taken into custody and sent for a post-mortem examination.
The police have registered a murder case and initiated an investigation. Preliminary inquiries suggest that three to four individuals may have been involved in the incident. While the police are examining all aspects, the dispute is believed to be related to the rental and operation of certain rooms booked through OYO.
Tension prevails in the area following the incident, and local residents are in a state of panic. Police have stepped up surveillance in the vicinity, and a special team has been formed to track down the accused. CCTV footage and hotel records are being scrutinized to identify the attackers.
According to police officials, a thorough investigation is underway to fully understand the sequence of events and the motive behind the murder. Authorities are also determining whether the attack was premeditated or the result of a spontaneous dispute.
Meanwhile, a significant update has emerged in the investigation: the police have identified one of the accused as Chandan Kumar Palar. He was injured in a police encounter this morning while attempts were being made to apprehend him. The injured accused has been immediately admitted to the hospital, where he is undergoing treatment.
The search for the other accused is still underway, and the police are conducting continuous raids. The police state that all the accused will be arrested very soon and the entire matter will be brought to light.
According to locals, Pavitra Nayak was a well-known hotelier in the area, and his hotel had been operating for quite some time. This sudden murder has created an atmosphere of grief and outrage across the region. People are also questioning the security arrangements in light of this incident.
The police have appealed to the public not to pay heed to rumors and to maintain peace. They have also stated that all facts will be made public once the investigation is complete.
Meanwhile, the police are investigating who was involved in the OYO booking dispute and whether there had been any prior altercations. Hotel staff and local residents are being questioned.
Overall, this murder in Puri has raised serious questions regarding law and order. A minor dispute escalated into violence, claiming a man’s life, and the police now face the major challenge of apprehending the accused and uncovering the truth behind the entire incident.
